Why is Charles Dickens the best author ever?

Answer 1

Charles Dickens was a populist. He wrote of the best of times, and wrote of the worst of times, he warned us through ghostly images of the degradation and deprivation of greed and those who read his works greedily stand in line for more books, hands stretched out, wide eyed looking at the book seller and saying: "Please sir, I want some more."

Answer 2

Because he wrote good, dramatic stories, well written with lots of interesting, memorable characters. Dickens boasted a photographic memory and was able to recall every detail of every strange or compelling character at will. David Perdue probably said it best on his web site (attached): "Dickens also possessed the uncanny ability to describe inanimate objects, enlivening them with human wisdom, heroics, and shortcomings. His incredible command of the English language allowed him to describe characters and events to readers, giving them the sense that they are witnesses to the story unfolding in his imagination. Dickens' side-splitting comic style remains one of his most endearing traits to readers today. He seems to have considered it his sworn duty to bring to light all of the hypocrisies of mankind." Source: David Perdue's Dickens

Answer 3

1. He had a great sense of humour, especially during his youth, before he grew too embittered. People used to retell his funny stories.
2. His work was the equivalent of a contemporary TV series. "The Pickwick Papers" were published in installments, and people gathered to read it (they all chipped in in order to buy the new copy); they even read it in book shop windows! He knew how to create suspense.
3. His work was extremely moral - a vital thing during the Victorian Age, when all tales were supposed to have a moral.
4. He was not a snob; there are lower class characters whom he loved and praised, who were not in the least beneath those belonging to the upper middle class.
5. One might say he sole-handedly changed the English society and eventually reformed the entire West. He was convinced that all had to do our best to help those in need, that we should not wait for the authorities' help. By describing cruel iniquities like those in "Oliver Twist", "Pickwick Papers", "Bleak House" a.s.o. he brought about huge chages, like the dissolution of workhouses and the debtors' prisons.
6. He was endowed with charisma, he was the most successful public speaker of his day. Women used to faint like they did in the sixties at a Beatles concert. Tickets to his public conferences were sold out in a matter of hours.

Enough reasons?

Answer 4

Charles Dickens is regarded as one of the greatest authors due to his intricate and captivating storytelling, rich character development, and his ability to vividly depict social issues of his time. His works explore complex themes of poverty, injustice, and the human condition, resonating with readers across generations. Dickens' unique style and insightful commentary continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

Answer 5

He likes to express his writing with adjectives thats why he is famous